Alderbrook Winery

Alderbrook is a must-visit Sonoma County winery for any wine lover touring, staying, or living in the Healdsburg area. Alderbrook is a delightful mix of Healdsburg and the Sonoma wine country, the Dry Creek and Russian River valleys, and world-class Zinfandel and Pinot Noir. Alderbrook is known primarily for its outstanding Zinfandels and Pinot Noirs. These are the signature wines of the Dry Creek and Russian River valleys, respectively. Our impressive portfolio of wines also includes Syrah, Carignane, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc. No matter what your taste, there's an Alderbrook wine that's sure to please!

DirectionsNorth on Hwy 101: Take Central Healdsburg exit, left at the second stop light (Westside Road) go underneath freeway then left (Kinley Drive), right on Magnolia Drive. South on Hwy 101: Take Westside Road exit, turn right, then immediate left (Kinley Drive), right on Magnolia Drive.

The elegance of Cabernet Sauvignon is its ability to marry power and finesse. Two unique vineyards in West Dry Creek contributed grapes that were small in size and consequently rich in flavor, color, and tannin. This wine offers dense blueberry-blackberry fruit framed in toasty oak. The abundance of round tannin gives a long finish and definite aging potential.

This Carignane was sourced from a 50-year-old vineyard in the upper Dry Creek Valley. Raspberry, chocolate and cinnamon notes dominate the flavor profile. Silky tannins and a broad mouthfeel lead to a long, fruity finish.

The grapes for this wine come from our Estate Vineyard in Dry Creek Valley. The wine opens with Meyer lemon, pineapple and ripe apple flavors with a hint of nutmeg. Barrel fermentation and lees stirring lend density to the mouth feel while Malolactic fermentation lends creaminess and butter notes leading to a long fruity finish.

Light straw yellow in color, the 2003 Russian River Chardonnay reminds me of ripe nectarines and baked Granny Smith apples accented by cinnamon spiciness. This Chardonnay is fruit-forward, rich, and complex with an elegant mid-palate and a lingering finish.

Classic Zinfandel aromas of black /blue berry fruit and black pepper, along with anise and cinnamon spice lend to a complex nose in our 2003 Old Vine Zinfandel. These flavors are also found in the luscious mouthfeel and are enhanced by the toasty oak. Soft but firm tannins and balanced acidity lend density and lead to a long fruity finish.

Our fruit for this wine comes from established vineyards in the Russian River Valley. Cherry, strawberry, lavender, cedar, and a hint of grapefruit dominate the nose. By mouth, cherry/berry, clove, white pepper, cedar, and toasty notes stand out. Barrel aging for 10 months in oak barrels (70% New) frames the wine and lends itself to a long, elegant finish.

The best barrels from our estate vineyard Chardonnay were handpicked to produce the 2002 Dry Creek Valley Reserve. Lemon, pear, and tropical fruit aromas along with spicy cinnamon and brown sugar dominate the nose of this wine. The fruit and spice flavors follow through in the mouth, while barrel aging for 16 months in French Oak give toasty, smoky notes. Malolactic fermentation and lees stirring two times per month lend a creamy rich texture and long finish. Only 346 cases produced.

The best barrels from our estate vineyard Chardonnay were handpicked to produce the 2002 Dry Creek Valley Reserve. Lemon, pear, and tropical fruit aromas along with spicy cinnamon and brown sugar dominate the nose of this wine. The fruit and spice flavors follow through in the mouth, while barrel aging for 16 months in French Oak give toasty, smoky notes. Malolactic fermentation and lees stirring two times per month lend a creamy rich texture and long finish.

The fruit for this wine comes from established vineyards in the Russian River Valley as well as newer plantings near Graton. The best barrels from these wines were selected to produce this Reserve. Cherry, cedar, strawberry, spicy cinnamon, toasty, smoky notes, and a hint of grapefruit dominate the nose. By mouth, cherry/berry, cinnamon, coffee, chocolate, cedar, and graham cracker notes stand out. Barrel aging for 16 months in French oak and bright acidity frame the wine and lends itself to a long, elegant finish. 220 cases produced

Upper Dry Creek is the grape source of this high-powered Zinfandel that was made from old craggy vines picked at the peak of ripeness. Aged in 100% French oak for 15 months, the structure is broad, elegant and refined. Enjoy this classic expression of Dry Creek Valley Zinfandel.
Classic flavors of old-vine Zinfandel are found in our Dry Creek Reserve. Black pepper and brambly blackberry aromas dominate the nose and mouth, while aging in French oak lends chocolate, smoky and cinnamon notes. This wine has a broad mouth-feel and elegant structure leading to a long fruity finish.

High-toned fruit is the hallmark of our Russian River Valley Reserve Zinfandel. The nose leads off with blueberry and boysenberry fruit aromas, cinnamon and black pepper. The mouth feel is juicy despite the firm acidity and is highlighted by blueberry, coffee, and cocoa flavors. The finish is long with smoky, toasty notes due to the 100% French oak aging.

Fermentation at cooler temperatures retains the strawberry and cherry aromas of this dry Rosé. Crisp acidity frames the fresh fruit flavors in the mouth, while aging in French oak barrels lends density and weight to the wine and leads to a long, fruity finish.

A limited-production, 100% estate-grown Sauvignon Blanc that expresses the best of the Dry Creek Valley micro-climate Cool afternoons and evenings allow the grapes to develop concentrated flavors and aromas. The clean refreshment of this wine is perfect for enjoying with steamed shellfish, stir-fries, and goat-cheese-accented salads.
Grapefruit, melon, and gooseberry flavors stand out in our Estate Sauvignon Blanc. Partial malolactic fermentation and barrel aging lend structure and body while retaining the bright acidity that makes this an excellent food wine

Syrah, an historic and beloved grape variety, has made iconic Rhone Valley wines in France. We emulate the northern Rhone style with bright acidity and firm structure. The wine's classic flavor profile exhibits black fruits along with notes of roasted game, clove, and leather. Extended barrel aging in 100% French oak further enhances this wine's supple texture and complex aromatic character. Try this expressive wine with grilled red meats, hearty casseroles and spice-rubbed poultry.
The colors are a rich dark purple, the aromas are lead with black and blue fruit followed with black pepper and toasty oak. The Taste has a firm and balanced structure with blackberry, blueberry, black pepper, clove and cinnamon.

The 2003 Zinfandel Port is made with fruit from our estate vineyard in Dry Creek Valley. In the nose, intense ripe fruit aromas of boysenberry and blackberry prevail. The mouth has wonderful density, with hints of dark chocolate enhancing the fruit flavors. The vibrant entry, lengthy middle, and pleasing finish provide a structure that allows the flavors and aromas to shine. This port pairs nicely with chocolate!